Samsung Galaxy Note 2 UK release date announced

The hybrid tablet will be available from the Samsung Brand Store at Westfield, Stratford City on October 1, before going on general sale shortly after.

"The introduction of the original Galaxy Note was a great success - we succeeded in creating an entirely new category and went on to sell more than ten million devices globally," said Samsung UK vice president Simon Stanford.

"With the Galaxy Note II, we're not only expanding the category, we're also evolving the technology to the point where it genuinely feels as though you're using a traditional pen and paper.

"What's more, it's a device that everyone can use - whether that's a fashion designer drawing a new design, or young professionals using the multiscreen and pop-up features to edit a document, send an email and browse the web - all at the same time."